Visit Ironclad Distillery in Newport News, Virginia, to explore its four-grain bourbon, experimental whiskey finishes, historic home, and Virginia spirits.
A detailed review of Brixeur Spirits’ Quadruple Red Wine Finished Bourbon. Discover tasting notes, value, transparency, and whether this heavily Pinot Noir-finished MGP bourbon is worth its $65 price.
A behind-the-scenes visit to MurLarkey Distilled Spirits in Manassas, Virginia, exploring Virginia-grown grain, award-winning whiskey, innovative flavored spirits, and one of the Commonwealth’s premier craft distillery experiences.
More Than Whiskey: Inside MurLarkey Distilled Spirits Read More »
Silverthorn’s 13 Year Rye Single Barrel delivers maple syrup, black tea, chocolate, tobacco spice, and mature oak in a richly textured rye built for seasoned enthusiasts.
Silverthorn Reserve — 13 Year Single Barrel Rye Review Read More »
Oade Armagnac The Balance Cask 2 review. A 36-year-old 1988 Bas-Armagnac from Ferme de Bacoge featuring dark fruit, spearmint, floral notes, and exceptional transparency.
Oade Armagnac — “The Balance” Ferme de Bacoge 36 Year (1988 Vintage) Review Read More »
A 10-year cask strength MGP rye that leans into rum raisin sweetness, layered baking spice, and uncommon herbal complexity, slightly bitter at times, but undeniably distinctive and strong value.
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A 7-year, 129.6 proof HKY toasted wheated private barrel selected by Ethan Pope (@thebourbonbishop) and Pierre Bernal (@pierrebernal_). Dessert-forward with structure, defined by a long, spice-driven finish.
H.K. Young — “The Bourbon Bishop x Bourbon Papi” Toasted Wheated Single Barrel Pick Read More »
Powdermen’s Blackwick Batch 14 challenges expectations: a 107-proof, sub-three-month bourbon delivering deep oak, heirloom corn character, and surprising maturity through an unconventional process.
Powdermen Spirits – Blackwick Bourbon (Batch 014) Review Read More »
An 11-year MGP bourbon with bold red fruit and a standout finish. It struggles with tannic dryness and value at a $155 price point.
Old Cypress — “Bayou Boogaloo” Single Barrel Bourbon Review Read More »
A 12-year MGP rye with caramel, cherry, and fig notes, offering a balanced but somewhat one-note profile at a price that feels fair, but not compelling.
Old Cypress — “Shoot Yer Rye Out” Single Barrel Rye Review Read More »
